split pea soup

How To Make split pea soup

• 1

  Heat water and peas to boiling.
• 2

  Boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and cover.
• 3

  Let sit for 1 hour.
• 4

  Add ham (whole), onion, salt and pepper.
• 5

  Cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 hour.
• 6

  Remove ham and cut ham to 1/2 inch pieces.
• 7

  Stir ham, carrots, and celery into soup.
• 8

  Cover and simmer until veggies are tender, about 45 minutes.
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